Artist Spotlights

The composer talks about his education with Nadia Boulanger and his time teaching at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.

SFCV talks to the conductor about his time with the Marin Symphony and his vision for the future.

The San Francisco-based bassist, composer, music curator, and producer talks to SFCV about taking her latest composition on the road.

He radiates joy in music, but is introspective in person. Here’s an interview with a musician who continues to inspire millions.

The baritone talks about Sweeney Todd and his upcoming roles in Lucia di Lammermoor and two operas based on Poe’s “The Fall of the House of Usher.”

Louisville Symphony Music Director (and MTT protege) talks about the themes and ideas behind the documentary of his first year in the post.

The celebrated singer talks about singing with a full orchestra for the first time in her career.

The soprano talks about her hectic schedule and transforming for different roles.

The pianist, in concert with the S.F. Symphony this week, talks about his own Beethoven projects, courage and risk-taking in performance, sharing music as an educator, and more.

SFCV talks with the New Orleans native about S.F. Opera’s upcoming production of Les Troyens, the challenges of keeping his voice in shape, and the most heroic thing he has ever done.